As: Lemar has been out injured for almost the whole season, but Simeone will continue to believe in him【hongyan】

        Lemar was injured in a league game against Valencia earlier in the season and underwent surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon. He has not played since and ended the season with just three official games and 167 minutes.

    However, As says Simeone still believes Lemar can be a key player in the game with his skills and vision. Atletico hope to bolster their midfield next season, and if Lemar recovers well from injury, he could take on that responsibility.

    As believes that Simeone understands that Lemar has excellent technical skills and that he will have the support of the coaching staff. Simeone will need to inspire Lemar and make him feel like an important part of the team in the new season.

    At the same time, As also said Lemar must have more consistency, the midfielder needs to make a good start to next season in order to let the team and fans forget that he has suffered serious injuries.

    Lemar, 28, joined Atletico in the summer of 2018 and has so far made 178 appearances for the club, contributing 10 goals and 20 assists.